OpenFieldUSI Informatics Undergraduate Research & Summer Internships
Competitive summer research fellowship bringing international undergraduate scholars to Lugano to conduct independent computing and AI investigations.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Enrolled in 2nd or 3rd year of undergraduate degree in computer science or mathematics with top grades.
- English language proficiency
- Proficient in written and spoken English.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Transcripts, curriculum vitae, and statement of research interests.
- Recommendation letters
- Two letters of recommendation from home university professors.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Funded summer scholarship: CHF 1,500/month living bursary plus laboratory project guidance
- Application fee
- Free application via faculty portal
- Tuition / joining costs
- Zero tuition charges.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 15, 2027 (Annual international summer program application deadline)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official USI Università della Svizzera italiana documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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